Fractional lengthening of the flexor tendons in clubfoot surgery

Massive scarring of the Z-lengthened flexor digitorum and flexor hallucis longus is a constant finding in clubfoot surgery. A method of fractional lengthening of the tendons is described. This method has been proven effective in preventing this complication.

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Veröffentlicht in:	Clinical orthopaedics and related research 1991-03, Vol.264 (264), p.267-269
Hauptverfasser:	ATAR, D, LEHMAN, W. B, GRANT, A. D, STRONGWATER, A. M
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Biological and medical sciences Child, Preschool Clubfoot - surgery Female Humans Infant Male Medical sciences Methods Orthopedic surgery Surgery (general aspects). Transplantations, organ and tissue grafts. Graft diseases Tendons - surgery
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Zusammenfassung:	Massive scarring of the Z-lengthened flexor digitorum and flexor hallucis longus is a constant finding in clubfoot surgery. A method of fractional lengthening of the tendons is described. This method has been proven effective in preventing this complication.
ISSN:	0009-921X 1528-1132
DOI:	10.1097/00003086-199103000-00033